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Literates Welfare Association (LAW)

Sector
Development
Sub Sector
Community Development
Tax Deduction
50% u/s 80G of The Income Tax Act, 1961
FCRA

UN Sustainable Development Goals:

Gender Equality Decent Work and Economic Growth Sustainable Cities and Communities Responsible Consumption and Production Climate Action

% Spent on Beneficiaries

84%

HelpYourNGO USP: Our Research Team studies the NGO's financials to arrive at ratios, variances and the % spent on beneficiaries. This % is the proportion of direct program expenses to total expenditure for the latest financial year, indicating the total direct spend on beneficiaries.

NGO Details

Year of Establishment : 1993
Registered Address : Main Road, Kadamalaigundu Post, Aundipatty Taluk, Theni 625579, Tamil Nadu
Website : https://www.lawtheni.org
Email : venkatesan_law@yahoo.co.in
Telephone : +91 4554 294720
Donor Contact : Mr. Venkatesan (Secretary) / +91 9442882715 / venkatesan_law@rediffmail.com
Registered Under : Others
Auditor : K. C. S. Associates
Bankers : Canara Bank
Trustees/Directors/Managing Committee : Mrs. K. Thilagawathi, President , Mr. G. Venkatesan, Secretary , Ms. P. Selvi, treasurer

Presence

Programs

Literates Welfare Association (LAW) is committed to social development and the empowerment of marginalized communities. It focuses on poverty alleviation, environmental conservation, education, health awareness, and community development. It envisions a society where all individuals live with dignity, prosperity, and self-sufficiency. Its mission includes forming self-help groups, promoting environmental awareness, providing vocational training, advocating for education and health rights, and facilitating social inclusion initiatives.

Major Interventions:

Environmental protection is a key focus of LAW’s initiatives. It conducts awareness campaigns on biodiversity conservation, climate change, and sustainable practices. Programs include eco-competitions for students, nature camping experiences, and environmental awareness through street theatre and cultural performances. LAW also promotes organic farming, tree plantation drives, and water conservation efforts.

Community Health and Water Resource Management: LAW works on health initiatives such as disease prevention awareness and access to clean drinking water through the installation of water purification systems in rural schools. Additionally, LAW collaborates with the TWAD Board to promote water resource management, rainwater harvesting awareness, and water quality testing in various districts. These initiatives aim to enhance water conservation efforts and ensure access to safe drinking water for rural communities.

Family Counseling Center (FCC) extends legal aid and emotional support to women facing domestic violence, abuse, and other socio-legal issues. The center collaborates with law enforcement, self-help groups, and social welfare organizations to provide guidance, awareness, and rehabilitation services.

Students Development Centre (SDC) provides quality education support to rural school-going children, particularly those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Special initiatives are undertaken for tribal children, ensuring continuity in education and preventing school dropouts. This program also employs unemployed youth as part-time teachers, contributing to their financial stability.

Skill Education Support for Women program offers vocational training to rural women, equipping them with marketable skills such as garment making. LAW provides training materials and resources, enabling women to achieve economic independence through employment or entrepreneurship. 

Key Donors

  • AIMS India Foundation, USA
  • Functional Vocational Training & Research Society, Bangalore
  • Onaway Trust, UK
  • Department of Environment, Chennai
  • CSWB, New Delhi

HelpYourNGO Support

₹ 1,905

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Financials

Income & Expenditure Statement
FY 2022 (₹) FY 2023 (₹) FY 2024 (₹)
Income
Government Sources 3,952,034 3,366,090 5,994,648
Foreign Sources 595,680 2,455,525 624,540
Institutional Sources 705,000 - -
General Donations 56,770 63,905 39,500
Sales/Fees - - -
Interest/Dividend 6,515 26,315 13,642
Other Income 100 15,969 -
Total Income (A) 5,316,099 5,927,804 6,672,330
Expenditure
Direct Program Activities 854,800 2,726,731 5,632,694
Program Staff Cost 4,085,500 2,887,433 -
Travel Expenses - - -
Direct Program Expenses 4,940,300 5,614,164 5,632,694
Fund Raising Expenses - - -
General Staff Cost - - -
Overhead Expenses 207,333 189,792 1,018,446
Depreciation 96,372 79,056 65,806
Other Expenses/Transfers 64,800 44,000 -
Total Expenditure (B) 5,308,805 5,927,012 6,716,946
 
Surplus / Deficit (A-B) 7,294 792 -44,616
Balance Sheet
FY 2022 (₹) FY 2023 (₹) FY 2024 (₹)
Assets
Fixed Assets 627,716 558,660 492,854
Current Assets 267,932 434,379 745,763
Cash And Bank 507,946 65,450 100,256
Total Current Assets 1,403,594 1,058,489 1,338,873
Investments 75,000 - -
Accumulated Deficits - - -
Total Assets 1,478,594 1,058,489 1,338,873
Liabilities
Trust Corpus - - -
General Funds 973,604 974,397 929,781
Earmarked Funds 491,919 - -
Unutilized Grants - - -
Total 1,465,523 974,397 929,781
Loans 13,071 84,092 409,092
Loans (From Members) - - -
Current Liabilities - - -
Other Liabilities - - -
Total Liabilities 1,478,594 1,058,489 1,338,873
Financial Notes
1) Other Income includes interests on TDS.
2) Due to the lack of a detailed breakdown of the program expenses in FY24, we have assumed 15% spent as overheads.
3) Other Expenses/Transfers include Grants written off.
4) Reserves for programs and grants received in advance for FY22 are shown under Earmarked Funds.

Additional Information

FY 2022 (₹) FY 2023 (₹) FY 2024 (₹)
Beneficiary Details
Direct Beneficiaries (nos.) 4,200 30,000 64,000
Indirect Beneficiaries (nos.) 26,000 160,000 600,000
Average Cost per Direct Beneficiary (₹) 7,500 7,500 7,500
Staff Details
No. of Staff 14 14 11
Number of Consultants 3 1 1
Number Of Volunteers 60 25 35
Total 77 40 47
Highest Paid Full-Time Staff (₹ p.a.) 180,000 240,000 264,000
Lowest Paid Full-Time Staff (₹ p.a.) 60,000 60,000 72,000

Financial Overview:
Income and Expenses

Peer Comparison

NGO Name Sector Sub Sector Location % Spent on Beneficiaries Income (₹) Expense (₹) FY
Pardarshita Development Services for the Poor Delhi 100 2,351,491 2,159,092 2013
Wise Men Civic Welfare Association Development Services for the Poor Andhra Pradesh 100 8,515,643 8,547,635 2015
Bhukamp Grastha Bahuudeshiya Vikas Pratisthan Development Camps/Activities Maharashtra 100 175,108 437,825 2014
Shri Ganesh Shikshan Prasarak Mandal Development Comprehensive Maharashtra 100 29,054,897 32,064,233 2015
Nalanda Bahuddeshiya Sevabhavi Sanstha Development Camps/Activities Maharashtra 99 766,198 717,416 2015
Literates Welfare Association (LAW) Development Community Development Tamil Nadu 84 6,672,330 6,716,946 2024